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Many northern Ohio beaches are located on and along Lake Erie. Visitors to the region can explore an isolated island beach or enjoy the natural setting of a state park beach, but it isn't necessary to leave the city to cool off from the heat of summer. Several communities along the shore offer beach access and amenities. Visitors should check with the Ohio DNR before heading to the beach. The DNR website routinely posts advisories regarding water quality and safety.

City Beaches

The Cleveland Metroparks system has swimming areas on Wallace Lake and Hinckley Lake, but Huntington Beach offers swimming on Lake Erie. Huntington Beach is located near Bay Village, in the Huntington Reservation (cityofbayvillage.com). Lifeguards serve this facility, and guests can picnic in areas overlooking the beach and water. Huntington Beach is open from mid-June to mid-August during the hours of 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., as of 2011. Admission is free.

State Park Beaches

Headlands Beach State Park (dnr.state.oh.us/parks/headlnds) in Mentor boasts the largest beach in the state: a mile-long sand beach. At the time of publication, the park hours are from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset. Maumee Bay State Park (dnr.state.oh.us) near Oregon has two beaches -- one inland lake beach and one on Lake Erie. Changing booths, and concessions are available. East Harbor State Park (dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/eastharbor) on the Marblehead Peninsula also offers Lake Erie swimming along a 1,500-foot sandy beach. Vending machines are available on-site, and a picnic area sits adjacent to the beach. The park's beach is a good spot to watch shorebirds and migratory waterbirds.

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Cleveland Lakefront State Park Complex

Cleveland Lakefront State Park (dnr.state.oh.us/parks/clevelkf) encompasses six park areas over a 14-mile stretch and includes Edgewater Park Beach and Euclid Beach. Edgewater Park Beach is located in lower Edgewater Park and offers restrooms, concessions and two picnic shelters. The 650-foot Euclid Beach has shaded picnic areas, an observation pier and Cleveland Lakefront Bike Trail access. Euclid Beach has the same hours as Headlands Beach.

Amusement Park Beach

Cedar Point Amusement Park (cedarpoint.com) in Sandusky is home to Cedar Point Beach. At the time of publication, the beach is open from mid-May through the end of October. The beach itself opens early and stays open until midnight, but swimming is controlled. Swimming is restricted to the hours 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., is allowed only in a designated zone and is limited to times when a lifeguard is on duty.

Island Beaches

Kelleys Island State Park provides a 100-foot sandy beach on Lake Erie. Swimming is at-your-own-risk. Kayak rentals are available at this beach from Memorial Day through Labor Day. South Bass Island State Park (dnr.state.oh.us/parks/parks/lakeerie/sobass) is located on the same island as the Put-in-Bay community. The park beach is stony and small, offering access to swimming in Lake Erie. There is no posted lifeguard, so you swim at your own risk. Travel over in your own boat or take advantage of one of the two ferries that service the island.